Ocean Backpackers Self-Catering Hostel in Ilfracombe, England

Ocean Backpackers is housed in a historic building and offers family rooms with private bathrooms that include walk-in showers. Rooms have carpeted and parquet floors, and some have sea views. The hostel provides lockers, luggage storage, and heating in all non-smoking rooms.

The hostel has a large shared kitchen with all equipment for self-catering, plus free tea and coffee. Guests can relax in the shared lounge/TV area or play board games and table tennis in the games room. A drying room is available for wet clothes and boots after coastal walks.

The property includes a sun terrace, garden, and picnic area with outdoor furniture. A car park behind the hostel is free after 8pm and has EV charging (22kw, 2 ports). Secure bike storage in the cellar is available for cyclists.

Wildersmouth Beach is a 3-minute walk away, and the Lundy Office is 200 metres from the hostel. Chambercombe Manor is a 19-minute walk, and Exeter International Airport is 101 km away. The hostel is centrally located near shops, the seafront, and harbour.

The hostel offers a games room with table tennis and a football table for guests. CCTV and smoke alarms are installed for safety, along with lockers in rooms. The shared kitchen and lounge are sized to accommodate groups of up to 30 for school trips or band tours.

Location: 3-minute walk from Wildersmouth Beach, 200m from Lundy Office

Rooms: Family rooms with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, sea views

Kitchen: Large shared kitchen with free tea and coffee

Outdoor Spaces: Sun terrace, garden, and picnic area

Parking: Car park with EV charging, free after 8pm

Guest Types: Solo travelers, families, school groups, walkers, surfers